A recent Digital Report shows over seven in 10 people say they trust local radio for news.
The Government is lacking will and urgency to save local radio stations.
That's according to Longford -Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke, who is criticising the 39% levy hike imposed this year despite minimal industry revenue growth.
The Sinn Féin rep is warning that local radio stations face potential closure unless urgent legislation is introduced to protect the sector.
Meanwhile, the latest annual Digital Report shows over seven in 10 people trust local radio for their news.
Deputy Clarke says she wants to bring forward amendments to the Broadcasting Bill to safeguard the long-term future of local radio:
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